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Ham Radio Numbers Are NOT Dropping: Here’s Why

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Post date June 8, 2026

Ham Radio Numbers Are NOT Dropping: Here's Why

Is amateur radio really dying? In this video, I react to the viral "What Happened to Ham Radio?" documentary and break down the real FCC and ARRL license data showing strong growth from the 1970s to over 700,000 US hams today.
I address the exaggerations about the "golden age," highlight active communities, Field Day, Parks on the Air, emergency comms, and why the hobby remains thriving.
Perfect for new and experienced hams — get on the air and join the fun!

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Storm Ready? Yearly Review of My Emergency preparedne

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Post date June 8, 2026

Storm Ready? Yearly Review of My Emergency preparedne

In this video, I take a deep dive into my emergency preparedness setup to see if I’m truly ready for the next big power outage. I walk through my backup battery systems, communication tools like Ham Radio and Skywarn, and my off-grid cooking solutions. Along the way, I discover a critical gap in my plan that every creator and homeowner should double-check before the storm hits.

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PackTenna Outdoor Enclosure By KF0SYY

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Post date June 8, 2026

PackTenna Outdoor Enclosure By KF0SYY

Hernon, KF0SYY, has come up with a great solution to "weather proof" your Packtenna antenna. This is a print in place, no assembly required 3D print that houses your Packtenna that also has a gasket you 3D print out of TPU (flexible filament). This way you can semi permanently mount the antenna at your house, or if it’s raining, (no thunder and lightning of course) whilst out portable, just throw it in this case and your antenna is protected. Because this is a remix of another design, it still needs to be approved by the original creator of the box, but it is totally ok to share on places like Google Drive, which Hernon has graciously allowed us to do here: ⭐️https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/15sAyuSqjeoRW8GLfPiQTJeRd2rWgSZiM?usp=sharing

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Testing “Broken” Amazon Return Ham Radios! (Retevis RT95 #17)

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Post date June 8, 2026

Testing "Broken" Amazon Return Ham Radios! (Retevis RT95 #17)

Is the Retevis RT95 (AnyTone AT-778UV) actually worth the money, or are these Amazon Returns for a reason? Today, I’m digging into another "broken" RT95 mobile radio to see if they are actually defective or just misunderstood.

In this video, we perform a full bench test using the Surecom SW102, a 100W dummy load, and compare the power output against an ICOM ID-880H. We find some interesting "witness marks" from the previous owner (looking at you, Brandon!) and discover the truth about the 25-watt power claim.

What we cover:
👉 Power Testing: Does it actually hit 25W on VHF/UHF?
👉 Chirp Programming: Fixing band plan issues and permission errors in Linux.
👉 Factory Resets: How to fix the "Error Mode" on the VM button.
👉 The "Amazon Return" Gamble: What actually comes in the box?

Whether you call it a Retevis, an AnyTone, or a CRT Micron, this radio is a staple for budget-conscious hams. But does 16 Watts on 2-meters make it a deal-breaker? You decide.

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Radio PTT Bug? Test PTT Feature Explained #shorts

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Post date June 8, 2026

Radio PTT Bug? Test PTT Feature Explained #shorts

Testing the PTT button in this software. It appears to be unresponsive or displaying a bug, not turning green as expected.

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Allstar in the Cloud – Updating ASL3 Install for 43136

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Post date June 7, 2026

Allstar in the Cloud - Updating ASL3 Install for 43136

We had some issues with the server while driving to Dayton Hamvention last month. I think the main issue is that we have run out of storage on the VPS and apparently it isn’t possible to expand it. So we are going to REINSTALL it! Join us tonight!

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DX Commander Youtube

The Truth About Ham Radio Coax

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Post date June 7, 2026

The Truth About Ham Radio Coax

There is no such thing as the “perfect” coax. Everything depends on the application.

In this video I go through the coax I use for:
– patch leads
– portable operation
– permanent HF installations
– direct-bury runs
– low-loss feeder
– hardline

We also discuss:
– coax loss in the real world
– why 3 dB isn’t always a disaster
– reading coax spec sheets
– bend radius and durability
– branded vs unbranded coax
– connector losses
– HF vs VHF/UHF considerations

Featuring discussion on:
– Messi & Paoloni
– Ultraflex 7
– Hyperflex / ExtraFlex Bury
– Ecoflex 15
– LDF4-50 hardline
– RG58
– RG213

The goal here is practical engineering – not internet mythology.

73,
Callum M0MCX

Red Summit RF Youtube

He Designs Free QRP Rigs Anyone Can Build — Barb WB2CBA Interview

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Post date June 7, 2026

He Designs Free QRP Rigs Anyone Can Build — Barb WB2CBA Interview

Barb WB2CBA is a civil engineer by trade and an open source QRP designer by passion. Every circuit he’s created has gone straight to GitHub with no paywalls and no kits he controls exclusively, and builders around the world have taken notice. In this episode Barb walks us through his major designs from the uSDX collaboration to the Pebble HF, talks about his experience at Four Days in May, and shares what it feels like to see strangers around the world building circuits he designed and released for free.

If you’re into QRP, digital modes, or homebrew radio, this one is worth your time.
GitHub: github.com/WB2CBA
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Join us as we explore how you can get involved in portable radio, QRP, and more in this episode of the All Portable Discussion Zone (AP/DZ). Every aspect of portable operations is covered in this biweekly podcast, from news and gear to achievements, the workbench, contests, awards, and beyond.

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Legendary Fix: See the Different 8-Pin Port! #shorts

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Post date June 7, 2026

Legendary Fix: See the Different 8-Pin Port! #shorts

A legendary friend helped silence build and fix this rig. It’s housed in a custom case from KD5FMU. Notice the modified 8-pin port, a departure from the standard 6-pin silver port.

👉 Full Vid: https://youtu.be/Y9VUOyhzyKY

Works with:
👉 Xiegu G90: https://geni.us/PoFT
👉 Xiegu G106: https://geni.us/H7KV
👉 Xiegu X5105: https://geni.us/HLjf5

Accessories
👉 Xiegu 8-pin Mini Din Cable: https://geni.us/Asv2
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Ham Radio Crash Course Youtube

Gear Hoarders Anonymous – After Chat!

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Post date June 7, 2026

Gear Hoarders Anonymous - After Chat!

Tonight, we confront our problem on gear hoarding. Where has it gotten us? Long term back damage from lugging around 80 pound backpacks? 30 gallon totes filled with power adapters? When will the madness end?

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